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"All the News While It Is News" p-- = ! 1he Oshawa Daily Reformer Che Oshaua Daily Times Pr ------ A Growing Newspaper in a Growing City VOL. 4--NO. 27 Published at Oshawa, Ont, Conada, Every Healid, Day OSHAWA, ONTARIO, FRIDAY, FEBRUARY I, 1929 10 Cents a Week; 3 Cents a Copy. TWELVE PAGES | City Eagineer His Views on Covering Sidewalks Conditions This Year Have| Caused More Money to Be Expended in January Than in Whole of the Pre. vious Ten Years DIFFICULTIES MET WITH IN THE WORK Mayor Mitchell Expresses His Appreciation of the Editorial Attitude of The Times on the Subject of Icy Sidewalks An effective answer to those who have been finding fault with the city officials for not placing sand on all the icy sidewalks of the city was given by City. En<in- eer Smith in an interview with The Tmes, in which he stated that his records show that in the month of January of this year, more money had been expended in placing sand on the streets than in the whole of the previous ten years, and also that a tremendous amount of sand and labor had neen expended in the fast two or three weeks in his de- partment's efforts to promote the public safety. Approve Edito'al ¥ngineeer Smith called at The Times office to convey to the news- paper the thanks and appreciation of Mayor Mitchell and the finance committee of the city council for the timely editorial comment on this subject appearing in Wed- mesday evening's issue of I'ne Times. This comment was greatly appreci- ated, he said, since it gave a sane and reasonable aspect of the situ- Fi , and was entirely in keeping the {ideas of the committee those in charge of the engin- oe department. The Work Done Going into details Mr. Smith stated that up to the present, 156 yards of sand had been placed on the hilly streets and in the main business section, and that a team and wagon, with the driver and four other men, had been kept busy in this work. They had been eoncentrating their efforts on the business section, the hill on Sim- coe street north, the King street east hill and the Hollow hill, where conditions were worst. Some Difficulties In explaining the situation to the finannce committee last night, and to The Times today, Mr, Smith sald the chief difficulty was that a covering of sand was gooa for only a few hours or for part of a day. It was necessary to go over the various sections daily, since it was quickly removed by children sliding on the ice, by the wind, and by the pedestrian traffic. It had been found, too, that the sun- Mine or mild conditions during the washed the sand into the ice, when frost followed, placed a fresh coating of ice over it, so that another application of sand was necessary. It was also tound ad- visable to give the best results, to t the sand before placing it on the sidewalks and that was an addi- (Continued on Page 3) INDUSTRIAL ENQUIRY An enquiry for a vacant indus- a building for use as a textile I was received this morning by Leon Frazer, Industrial Commis- sion for Oshawa, The query takes form of a questionaire stating hat 40,000 square feet of floor space is necessary, possession prob- y to take place in the near tu- ture. The Chamber of Lommerce is investigating the possibility ot A A------ Bi ives With Sand GOES INTO EXILE TROTSKY Former Minister of War in Soviet LEON Russia, is going into e ile in Turkey in (he near future, TROTSKY T0 SEEK EXILE IN GERMANY Goes to Turkey in the Near Future to Wait for His Passports (Cable Sewvice to The Times by Canadian Press) Berlin, Feb, 1.--Local newspap- ers said today that Leon Trotzky, the deposed Russian Soviet leader, would leave Russia on February 24, for Turkey to begin his banish- | ment from his home in expiation |of alleged political activity against 1 the present Soviet regime. He will remain there until he receives a German visa, which will probably be granted if he pledges himself to forego political activity while in this country, AUTOISTS TO DISCUSS INSURANCE INCREASE Toronto, Feb. 1.--The twenty-sec- ond annual general meeting of the Ontario Motor League, to be held in the King Edward Hotel on Mon- day, promises to be one of extra- ordinary interest because of the keeness of the opinions of the mo- torists of the Province on the pro- posed increase in the gas tax and the big increase in the premiums on motor-vehicle insurance that went into effect yesterday. Opinions held recarding the equity of these are so strong that they are bound to prove the dominant sub- jects of discussion at the morning ud afternoon sessions of the meet- ng. TO CONFER WITH PREMIER (Cable Sewvice to The Times by Canadian Press) London, Feb. 1.--The first step of the Prince of Wales in an at- tempt to alleviate the oppressing conditions in the Northern mining districts which he has just visited, is expected to be a conference look- ing to a remedy with the Prime Minister, Stanley Baldwin, when the Prince returns to London. locating this plant here. King George to be Moved to Seaside Next Thursday The Times by Canadian Press) (Cable Service to London, Feb. 1.--Plans for re- moving the King from his sick cham- ber in Buckingham Palace to Craig- well House on the Sussex Shore, went ahead rapidly today and the visited Craigwell and it was that if the weather con- the would start RB Thursday of next week. He will ave] by automobile. Lord Dawson of Penn, the King's , visited the Palace twice fi fi continued to improve steadily. Sir Derek Keppel, master of the 's household, is already Rractis in residence at Craigwell, get: ting everything in readiness for' the reception of the royal family. Sele-ts Oueen House On hier visit to Bognor the Queen weni over the arrangements and ap- | BH proved them. She also selected anbther house in the community, a place called "Rotherly," to serve as a guest house while the court is in Sussex. This is a neat, three-storey white- fronted building facing the sea and only three-quarters of a mile from Craigwell House. It has twelve bed-rooms on the first floor and four on the second, nearly everyone of which overlooks the sea. It also has Eo] ai ized reception rooms and a dance floo Free ron Infection The British Medical Journal this week said that baeteriological tests had confirmed clinical evidence that the King's right chest was free from infection. The Journal said that his temperature had seitled down, his country's int interest. LIBERALS OPPOSE B.C. ELECTION BILL Measure to Abolish Re-elec- tions of New Cabinet Min- isters Introduced (By Canadian Press) Victoria, B.C.,, Feb. 1.--A bill to amend the Constitution Act to eliminate the necessity of newly appointed cabinet members being re-elected before assuming office, introduced by the government in the British Colunmrbia legislature yesterday was opposed by the Lib- eral opposition leader, T. O. Pat- tullo, when the debate on the sec- ond reading was resumed yester- day. 'He declared the proposed change was but an attempt to gain party advantage, SALVATION ARMY HEADS TO HEAR PLEA Decision Reached By the High Council at Session This Morning (Cable Se:svice to The Times by Canadizn Press) London, Feb, 1.--A formal decl- sion to hear the representative of General Bramwell Booth on the question of his fitness to remain as Commander-in-chief of the Sal- vation Army was made by the Ar- my's High Council this morning. Plea By Daughter London, Feb, 1.--Commissioner Catherine Booth, eldest daughter of General Bramwell Booth of the Sal- night, suggested that her f supporters and the might yet come to an agreement concerning the administration, Gen- eral Booth, she said, will probably ask to be represented by counsel when the High Council meets to- morrow. The Commissioner expressed the wish that the parties could reach an agreement "which would meet what the Council wants, which is really the power to elect the successor of the General." Objzcts to Change One of the reasons given for the unwillingness of Bramwell to retire at this time is the agitation, which, he believes, began in the United States, for certain changes in the constitution of the Army. 'The Gen- eral believes that all officers and sol- diers of the Army should be con- sulted before such changes are made, and his injunction petition which blocked the Council was said to be an impersonal move, Reviewing the condition of her father, Catherine said: "They now say it is entirely a question of health, and it seems to me they should, therefore, hear med- ical experts. It seems a calamity that, with all this going around the world, they cannot think of some better plan. I think the High Coun- cil may yet realize they have made a mistake." CLAIMS CANA™A "AS LITTLE TO FEAR FROM FOREIGN ELEMENTS vation Army, in an interview last | ather's.. High Council As days go by, and hardship is added to hardship for the suffering miners and their families in Britain, the force of the appeal to the peo- ple of the whole empire to help them in their destitution by generous financial contributions becomes ever stronger. Enough has already been published to show the dire need of these people, of the circumstances which have reduced them to the most bitter straits of poverty, and have deprived them of food, cloth- ing and shelter, under their condi- tion has become desperate, All over Canada, towns and cities are rallying to the worthy cause, and are raising funds to add to the great total needed to bring relief to the mining districts. So far, Oshawa's response has been poor, far short of what it should be. There should be no delay jn making contributions, large or small, to aid these sui- fering fellow- humans in their hour of need, The Oshawa Times is receiv- ing contributions to the British OSHAWA'S FUND FOR THE BRITISH MINE WORKERS Need is Far Greater Than Can Be Taken Care of By the Funds Available as Yet, and Oshawa Citizens Are Asked to Make Contributions Generously and Promptly Miners' Relief Fund, and an appeal is made to all citizens and organiza- tions of the city to do their share in making Oshawa's contribution a worthy one, Contributions sent to The Oshawa Daily Times, or brought to The Times office, will be gratefully re- ceived on behalf of the miners and their families, and will be acknowled- ged daily in these columns, The contributions to date are as follows: H.R. Luke ..........., $10.00 C. M. Ewing ....... 6.00 Miss M. Robinson . 5.00 Sympathizer ..... eee 3.00 B. Swartz . 5.00 E. & C. N. . .. 500 J. Rett: ...... .. 5.00 J. A. Taylor . ,2.00 "ST. irae Seveseares 2.00 Total to' date ............i%, $45.00 The fund is growing, but far too slowly. Let tomorrow's list be much more generous, TOUR OF PRINGE SHOWS BRITAIN MISERY OF MI'ERS REVELATIONS COME AS GREAT SHOCK TO NA- TION'S CONSCIENCE Affection of Miners for Im- Homes Makes ation Difficult (Cable Service to The Times by Canadian Press) London, Feb, 1.--The Prince of Wales' tour of the northern mining districts, where suffering due to un- employment is wide-spread, has pro- ved a revelation not only to the Prince but also to the entire coun- try. While most peonle knew condi- tions were terrible, the personal in- spection by the Heir to the Throne has revealed a state of misery that comes as a shock to the national con- science which is likely to have im- portant effects on the political sit- uation, owing to the fact that the Prince, with his strong personality, is not likely to conceal his views as to what should be done. HAMILTON MILL WORKERS STHL KEEP UP STRIKE SAY THEY WILL RE MAIN OUT UNTIL DE- MANDS ARE MET Plent of Canad'an Cottons, Limited, at: Standstill on - Account of Dispute (By Canad'an Press) Hamilten, Feb, 1. -- The striking spinners from the Canadian Cottons Ltd.,, were still out this morning, and their representatives stated they would remain out until their de- m~nds were met by the company. The plant was at a stand still, so far as the weaving department was concerned, with only a few mainten- ance workers on the job. Pickets were posted by the strikers. Six men and four women formed a meet- ing in the labor temple today. They said they would remain on strike until things were restored to the | besis prior to the engaging of an efficiency exnert. There was no dis- pute about wages. C Cry AND DISTRICT NEWS | ROBIN VISITS OSHAWA Further evidence of the favor- able winter being experienced by Canadiahs and Oshawans is furnish- ed by the presence of a robin that was sighted in the back yard of Mrs. T. Howell, of 639 Brassi St. AN INTERESTING TOPIC A topic of unusual interest will be dealt with on Sunday evening in King St. Church, when Rev. C. E. Cragg will preach on "Sins of the Tongue--Women who Gossip, and Men who Swear." (By Canadian Press) | Winnipeg, Feb. 1, -- Canada should fear secularization and ma- terialization rather than foreigniz- ation, commented Rev. Canon Al- lan P. Shatford, of Montreal, last night. The infusion of foreign el- ements into the Dominion, he said, offered mo threat, though he char- acterized the removal of everyday life from a religious moral plane as a matter to be feared in the HOPE IS ABANDONED FOR MISSING TRAWLER (By Canadian Press) New London, Conn., Feb. 1.-- Hope thta the missing. trawler Seiner and a crew of twenty-five were still safe was abandoned to- day with the finding or a damaged life boat dragged up from the bot- tom in 180 feet of water about 128 miles east of Nantucket yes- terday. The search for the Seiner carried on for a week, was brought to an end last night. SUGGEST KELLOGG FOB NOBEL PEACE PRIZE (By Canadian Press) Washington, Feb. 1.--A group of congress leaders today suggest- ed that Frank B. Hellogg, secretary of state, should be awarded the Nobel prize for the outstanding contribution to world pea-e last year. because of his negotiations pulse remained quiet, sleep was bet- ter and the appetite was improved: in the treaty to renounce war, SMALL FIRE AT G. M. C, A small fire at General Motors in the mill room about 3.30 yes- terday afternoon was the cause of a run for the city department, One of the machines caught fire but the flames were soon extinguished. No damage resulted. CARS DAMAGED Two cars received considerable damage to the fenders and front bumpers at noon today when they collided at the corner of Louisa and Simeoe streets. William R. Jollow, R.R. No. 1, was driving his Chev- rolet sedan south on Simcoe when the Oldsmobile sedan driven by James McElroy, 234 Golf street, came onto Simcoe from Louisa, go- ing east, and the two cars crashed. NO CHANGE The Weatherman has 'dropped his prediction of snow today, all his efforts ot the week being un- availing fin bringing a downfall. But he fis still insisting that the wind will remain in the northwest, and promises fair and cold weather for today and Saturday. NO OFFENDERS For the third consecutive morn- ing the "regular" visitors at police court have occupied their seats without the customary court pro- cedure "1aking place. Three times in suc-ession has the magistrate not had to appear to take over his duties on the bench, for there have NAMED 10 « COMMITTEE W. E. N. Sinclair, leader of the Liberal opposition in the Legisla- ture has been named as a member of the Legislature committee, which appoints the standing committees for the session. CARS IN COLLISION The car driven by "Jerry" Mec- Cabe, 176 Bruce street east, on Bond street last night about 11 o'clock, was hit by the car driven by C. E, Hepburne, 77 Ontario St., and as a result considerable dam- age was done to both ears. SCOTTISH RITE IN TORONTO Members of the Oshawa Club of Scottish Rite Masons attended the Boston-Toronto hockey mateh in the Queen City last night, and then had dinner and a/ business meeting in Hunt's. There was a good at- tendance at this regular meeting of the club, which departed from the usual style of meetings held each menth in the local Masonic hall. ~ SACRED CONCERT 3 A sacred concert will be by the General Motors Orchestra on Sunday evening, Feb. 4, in the New Martin Theatre, at 9 o'clock. A number of high class orchestras items will be played, under the di- reetion of Mr. L. ¥. Unitt. The orchestra will be supported by Mrs. G. Walsh, soprano; Mrs. W. Lesy, contralto; H. Haveloch, tenor, and G. Walsh, baritone. CHURCH ARMY MISSION The evan-zelistic mission which began last might in Christ Church. is conducted by two members of the Church Army, Captains Jack- son and Godwin. From the ranks of this laymen organization have come 415 clergy of the church of England in Canada. At 4.15 service is held for children and at 8 o'clock p.m., there is a serviee been no offenders to. answer to the law "for breaking the statutes. fat 8 a.m. for all. Communion is held daily '{leave will be continued tomorrow. INFLUENZA TAKES TOLL IN BRITAIN Sir Stanley Hewett is the Latest Sufferer from the Disease (Cable Service to The Times by The Canadian Press) London, Keb. 1.,--Influenza, al- though disturbingly prevalent in | parts of England and Scotland, can hardly yet be assumed to have the nature of an alarming epidemic. The latest sufferer is Sir Stanley Hewett, His Majesty's surgeon and apothecary. Several members of the Buckingham Palace staff are: also affected, Deaths from the disease in the cities of England and Wales amounted to 179 during the past week. CONDITION OF KING GEORGE IS IMPROVED: Prince George, His Young: est Son, Has Also Recovered from Cold (Cable Service to The Times by Canadian Press) London, Feb, 1.--Lord Dawson, of Penn, and Sir Hugh Rigby, visited the king today, No official statement was issued but it was understood they were satisfied with the progress he is making. It is improbable that an official bulletin will be issued before Monday. Prince George, the king's youngest son, who has been suffering from a cold, was around again today. The Prince of Wales, after stop- ping for a hunt with the Quorn hounds following a three-day tour of the. northern mining district, was expected back at York house to- night. RESCUE STEAMER Halifax, Feb, 1.--The Canadian government steamer Stanley, enroute to assist thc Norwegian freighter Terne, helpless in the ice off Friars head, between Margaree and Cheti- camp, for the past eleven days, was caught herself fifty miles from the Terne's position. She did not appear to be in danger. MILDER WEATHER EXPECTED. IN WEST (By Canadian Press) Winnipeg, Feb. 1.--Milder weather is forecast for the prairies, but parts of Alberta and Saskatchewan doubt- ed the prediction, as the tempera- tures early today had been as low as thirty below zero. ENGLAND HAS GOOD SCORE Canadian Press) Adelaide, Australia, Feb. 1.-- England's first innings total in the fourth cricket test match with Aus- tralia stood at 246 for five wickets when the stumps were pulled to- day. GOOD WEATRE:. AIDS WITH EVACUATION OF BRIIISH FROM KABUL (Cable Semwice to The Times by Canadian Press) Peshawar, India, Feb. 1.--Good weather conditions facilitated the evacuation of British subjects from Kabul, the capital of Afghanistan today, and one aeroplane brought and Santiago persons resident in France who were mentioned as instigators of the re- volt. Minister of Spain who thrown five years ago by Primo de Rivera, was arrested at Valencia yes- terday tary revolt AUTO INSURANCE RATE PROTEST SUCCEEDS Mnvesiiaation Ordered Into Increased Rates For Motor Insurance ORDERS INQUIRY . W. H. PRICE Attorney-General of Ontario, ordered an investigation into the increase in rates for automobile insurance, HON has EX-PREMIER BLAMED FOR REBELLION Is Arrested for Complicity in Spanish Uprising--Three Death Sentences (Cable Service to The Times by anacian Press Paris, Feb. 1.--Dispatches to Le Journal from the Spanish frontier IS CAUGHT IN ICE today said Gen. Aguilera, former ------ Minister of War, was reported to (By Canadian Press) have been arrested in connection with the revolt in Cuidad Real. He was a resident of the city, Alexander Lebroux, Felix Gamboa Alba were among the Rigorous censorship prevailed and the frontier was being closely watch- ed. Blames Former Premier Sanchez Guerra, former was Prime over- in connection with the mili- which was: suppressed less than 24 hours Tuesday night, after a regiment of artillery seized the barracks at Cuidad Real. Primo de Rivera, Spanish dictator, announced that the outbreak at Cui- dad Real was the only even successful uprising in a plot which (Cable Sewvice to The Times by | he said extended throughout Spain, He named Guerra as one of the Jead- ers, . partly Three Sentenced Hendaye, Franco-Spanish Frontier, Feb. 1-=It was reported here today that a court martial met at Cuidad Real, to death three leaders of the revolt which occurred there. Colonel Paz, Lieut.-Col. Cejador received the death sentences. The court's decision will be submit- ted to the Spanish Spain, last night and sentenced Brits, and Conmnandante Cabinet tomorrow, WEATHER (By Canadian Press) Toronto, Feb. 1, forecast-- Lower Lakes and Georgian Bay -- Moderate northwest winds, fair and cold, tonight and Saturday. i T Attuimey General Price Seva Government Will Appoint a Commission to Inquire Into New Table of Rates TO MAKE PROBE OF COMPANIES' BOOKS Mr. Price Contends That the Insurance Companies Adopted the Wrong Meth- ods in Making the Increase in Rates Toronto, Feb. 1.--An investigation into the recently-announced increa- ses in automobile insurance will be made by a Provincial Government Commission whose personnel will be named carly next week in the Leg- islature, Announcement to this effect was made yesterday by Hon, W. H. Price, Attorney-General, in a statement in which he criticized the insurance companies for the manner in which they have promulgated the new ta- ble of rates, A report on the increase was to have been made to the Attorney- General by R, Leighton Foster, su- perintendent of insurance, It was found, however, that Mr, Foster's au- thority did not permit him to probe into the companies' books to see whether in fact they have been suf- fering the losses which they claim to have taken during the past year. For this reason a commission 15 being appointed, Mr. Price explain- ed, He stated that he had communi- cated the Government's intention to the companies and that they had sig- nified willingness to prove their case before any "impartial tribunal" Protests at the increase have been made by thé Canadian Manufactur- ers' Association, the Toronto Board of Trade and the Ontario Motor Teague. These organizations now will have an opportunity to fight the increase as the commission will have authority to hear representations. Pending the commission's decision, (Continued on page 2) LAST MINUTE NEWS HOT FROM THE WIRE CONDITION SATISFACTORY (Cable Service to The Times by Canadian Press) Paris, Feb. 1.--Physicians attending Marshal Ferdinand Foch this morn- ing anounced that his condition, af- ter a slight relapse yesterday, was quite satisfactory. M. P. SERIOUSLY ILL (By Canadian Press) Chatham, Ont., Feb, 1.--Dr, James W. Rutherford, M.P., Kent, one of the most widely known surgeons in Western Ontario, is critically ill at home here. Two Detroit specialists have been summoned. SIX KILLED IN WRECK (By Press) Henderson, Ky., sons of two train crews were . re- ported killed eight miles from here when a passenger train crashed head- on into a freight. The men killed were buried in the wreckage, and only onc body has been recovered. New Zealand Refuses | British Unemployed (Cable Servico to T) to The Times by Canadian Press) Wellington, N.Z., Pre 1.--Premier Joseph Ward, of New Zealand told the labor delebation today that the country was unable to accept any of Britain's surplus population, owing to the number of unemployed here, eight British Indians and one Bri- tish legislation employe here. If the weather continues good, the evacuation of the British Indian )jsubjects and foreigners wishing to CHICAGO GRAIN Chicago, 'Ills, Feb. 1.--With wheat future delivery offerings here light and Liverpool quotationis relatively | fi firm, Chicago wheat averaged higher carly today. A continued report, in- dicating probable damage to the do- mestic winter wheat tended to stim- ulate fresh buying. Starting at 1-8¢ off to 1-4c up, underwent a slight 'general sag, and veloped firmness, corn opening a shade to 1-2¢c off, but subsequently MAIL ROBBERY MY YSTERY London, Feb. 1.--Seotland Yard was called out. today to solve one of the biggest mail robberies in the city's history. It was estimated ii office, mysteriously disappeared. Dominion customs officers, a request and the fact that Canadian workmen might be thrown out of employment by their action, failed to United States Immigration officials with the necessity for waiving the Chicago wheat later {formality of a passport to allow a Woodstock business man a two-day then scored gains. Corn and oats de-|y Saturday, which destroyed a portion turning upward. Provisions were casy.| of the plant Plushes, the management was faced with the necessity of obtaining ma- (Canadian Press Cable) terial and machinery immediately in order to keep the factory eration and avoid laying off their men. $50,000 was stolen from the sort- | patched hurriedly to Philadelphia. ing office in the Clerkenwell post | He was unable in the given time to when 2 registered mail bag secure a passport but armed with | etters from his firm, Crown At Woodstock Firm's Plans Held Up by U.S. Officials Woodstock, Feb. 1.--Pleadings of rom an Ontario Crown Attorney, impress isit to Philadelphia. Following a $400,000 fire here of the La France in op- For this purpose the super- ntendent, Hans Buscher, was des- torney Ball and F. O. Burgess, col- lestor of customs, explaining the urgency of the case, and accompan- jed by H. Williams, Philadelphia, treasurer of the La France Plushes, he attempted to cross the border at Niagara Falls. The United States immigration of- ficers cast a 'cold eye over his cre dentials and turned a deaf ear to the pleadings. of Canadian Customs of- ficials who did their best to get them to see reason and the urgency of the case. It was explained to them that Buscher wished to remain in the States only long enough to get to Philadelphia and order the machin- ery needed, a matter of 48 hours, but they remained adamant and Bu- scher was forced to return to Wood- stock. It means several days' delay and the consequent retarding of produc- tion until Buscher is ablé to obtain his proper passport from London. Feb. 1.--Six per Beth otra BR A Saat Ea a - oo WE es CR-2 E-2-d N:)